Untamed Minds

Have you ever felt truly alone on your journey, as though no one could possibly understand the struggles you’re facing?🤔 Kou opens up about his own experience—feeling isolated and consumed by darkness during his battle with addiction and recovery. It was a time when the weight of the world seemed unbearable. But he discovered something profound: when you open your heart and mind, you begin to see that your journey isn’t so different from others’. 🌟 There’s a shared strength in vulnerability. By embracing the truth that countless others have walked similar paths, you realize that you are far from alone. Together, we are stronger. Together, we can rise. 💪✨ 🎧Streaming on: - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Od57zGvIgUA - Spotify: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/untamed-minds1/episodes/Untamed-Minds-S2E6-Addition-Is-Like-Being-Thirsty-For-Water-e2ridob 🤝Stay connected and follow me on Untamed Minds: linktr.ee/untamedminds1 Thank you all for your continuous support! 🙏💖

How can this story inspire you to reflect on the ways you support and connect with the young people in your life? 🤔 In the Hmong community, it’s often seen as “normal” for young people to be exposed to substances at an early age. However, early exposure significantly increases the likelihood of future use. I want to commend Kou for bravely sharing his story about his first experience with substance use and how seeking professional help allowed him to uncover the deeper reasons he turned to substances for comfort. This is a powerful reminder of how vital it is to stay attentive and connected to our children’s lives. 🌟💪 🎧Streaming on: - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Od57zGvIgUA - Spotify: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/untamed-minds1/episodes/Untamed-Minds-S2E6-Addition-Is-Like-Being-Thirsty-For-Water-e2ridob 🤝Stay connected and follow me on Untamed Minds: linktr.ee/untamedminds1 Thank you all for your continuous support! 🙏💖

What childhood trauma still lingers in your heart, waiting for closure?🤔 I deeply admire Kou for his courage in sharing such a profoundly personal story—one that left an indelible mark on his childhood and shaped his journey through substance use. His vulnerability sheds light on a powerful truth: if we don’t seek professional support to confront and heal our wounds, we risk causing more harm to ourselves than we can imagine. 💡❤️ Kou’s story serves as an inspiring reminder that healing is not just possible—it’s essential for growth, peace, and self-love. 🌟 🎧Streaming on: - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Od57zGvIgUA - Spotify: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/untamed-minds1/episodes/Untamed-Minds-S2E6-Addition-Is-Like-Being-Thirsty-For-Water-e2ridob 🤝Stay connected and follow me on Untamed Minds: linktr.ee/untamedminds1 Thank you all for your continuous support! 🙏💖

Have you ever let someone’s judgment weigh you down? 🌟 The truth is, everyone judges—even when they don’t mean to. People may form opinions about your life, your choices, your family, or your lifestyle. But here’s the real question: What will you do with those judgments? Will you let them hold you back, or will you use them as fuel to rise even higher? ✨ Remember, the only opinion that truly matters is your own. You cannot control their actions, but you can control your reaction. When you embrace this truth, you unlock the power to face any challenge, conquer any fear, and keep moving forward with confidence. 🔥 Let their words be noise, and let your vision be your guide. You’ve got this! 💪 🎧Streaming on: - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m5s0M2Isgi0 - Spotify: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/untamed-minds1/episodes/Untamed-Minds-S2E5-Being-Vulnerable-Makes-You-Strong-e2qut66 🤝Stay connected and follow me on Untamed Minds: linktr.ee/untamedminds1 Thank you all for your continuous support! 🙏💖

Do you ever feel the need to withdraw and be alone or turn to alcohol when facing the weight of mental health challenges? 💭🤔 Taking time to yourself to reflect, process, and navigate through difficult emotions is a natural response to stress and anxiety. It’s okay to seek solitude to find clarity. But when those emotions grow darker and heavier, reaching out to trusted friends or loved ones can be a life-changing step toward healing. Speaking your truth opens the door to understanding, support, and connection. 🌟💬 The temptation to drown your struggles in alcohol may seem like an easy escape—but it’s important to remember that it’s only a fleeting fix. Over time, the unspoken pain can build, leading to deeper emotional turmoil. 🌊 True strength lies in acknowledging your challenges and taking steps to confront them in ways that nurture growth and self-love. Your well-being matters, and you’re not alone in this journey. 🌱✨ 🎧Streaming on: - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m5s0M2Isgi0 - Spotify: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/untamed-minds1/episodes/Untamed-Minds-S2E5-Being-Vulnerable-Makes-You-Strong-e2qut66 🤝Stay connected and follow me on Untamed Minds: linktr.ee/untamedminds1 Thank you all for your continuous support! 🙏💖

Do you have someone you can truly open up to when facing mental health challenges? 🤔 Kong highlighted a crucial truth: many of us struggle to express our emotions or even identify someone we can trust with our feelings. As a result, we often push our emotions aside or bottle them up, convincing ourselves to carry on. But this approach is only a temporary fix—it’s like holding a shaken bottle of soda that eventually bursts. 💥 A healthier way to navigate stress, anxiety, or overwhelming emotions is to confide in someone you trust. Whether it’s a close friend, a family member, or a mental health professional, opening up about your feelings creates space for healing. 🫂💖 Talking not only helps release the emotional weight but also allows you to take a deep breath, reflect, and feel heard. Let’s embrace connection and lean on the power of vulnerability. 🌈✨ 🎧Streaming on: - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m5s0M2Isgi0 - Spotify: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/untamed-minds1/episodes/Untamed-Minds-S2E5-Being-Vulnerable-Makes-You-Strong-e2qut66 🤝Stay connected and follow me on Untamed Minds: linktr.ee/untamedminds1 Thank you all for your continuous support! 🙏💖

Cassandra shared such a powerful and meaningful message through her poem, and it truly left me speechless! ✨ I had goosebumps listening to her recite “Your Face Looks So Asian,” a deeply moving piece about her experience as an Asian American woman. The way she opened up about her journey was so raw and real, I could feel the weight of every word. ❤️ In the poem, Cassandra talked about how she spent years trying to hide her heritage, almost wearing a mask to fit in. Yet, no matter how hard she tried, people always saw through it, reminding her of the identity she couldn’t run from. The vulnerability she shared was both heartbreaking and incredibly inspiring. But this isn’t just her story—it’s a message for all of us. 🙌✨ It speaks to the universal struggle of embracing our true selves in a world that sometimes tells us to be something else. Cassandra’s poem is a reminder that our heritage, our uniqueness, and everything that makes us who we are should never be hidden. Instead, it should be worn with pride. 💫💖 I hope her message touches you all as deeply as it did me. Let’s celebrate the beauty of our identities, today and always! 🌸 👉Follow Cassandra's IG here to read her poems: https://www.instagram.com/cassandrafication?igsh=MTZuYzFvcDB6OHdsdw== 🎧Streaming on: - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OeP2MOGjh00 - Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/untamed-minds1/episodes/Untamed-Minds-S2E4-I-Tried-So-Hard-To-Hide-My-Heritage-e2qc2cv 🤝Stay connected and follow me on Untamed Minds: linktr.ee/untamedminds1 Thank you all for your continuous support! 🙏💖

How do you nurture your well-being while embracing your unique identity as a Hmong American?🤔 Cassandra opens up about her journey, offering powerful tips on how she cares for her mental health while navigating the deep questions around her identity as a Hmong American. 🌺 Living in a place where cultural norms can feel worlds apart may bring confusion, but it’s important to remember that it’s not just about the inner struggles. External influences also shape our experiences. 💪✨ Finding balance between these forces is key to embracing both who you are and where you come from. 🌸 👉Follow Cassandra's IG here to read her poems: https://www.instagram.com/cassandrafication?igsh=MTZuYzFvcDB6OHdsdw== 🎧Streaming on: - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OeP2MOGjh00 - Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/untamed-minds1/episodes/Untamed-Minds-S2E4-I-Tried-So-Hard-To-Hide-My-Heritage-e2qc2cv 🤝Stay connected and follow me on Untamed Minds: linktr.ee/untamedminds1 Thank you all for your continuous support! 🙏💖

Have you ever felt like you’re living two different lives—one inside your home, and another outside? 🙌

Have you ever felt like you’re living two different lives—one inside your home, and another outside? 🙌 As a Hmong American, I’ve experienced the unique blend of pride and pressure that comes with navigating two cultures. On one hand, there’s the freedom to express myself openly in the world outside, to explore new ideas, and speak my mind. But the moment I step back into my home, I feel the weight of tradition, expectations, and the role I’m expected to fulfill as a Hmong daughter. ✨ It’s a delicate balancing act, living between two worlds—one filled with individual expression, and the other deeply rooted in family and cultural values. 🌿 Both are parts of who I am, but at times, the tension between them can feel overwhelming. Yet, these experiences have shaped me, teaching resilience, adaptability, and a deep respect for where I come from. 💪🌸 To anyone who feels like they’re living between two worlds, know this—you’re not alone, and both parts of your journey are valid. 💖 Embrace the richness of your identity, because it’s what makes you uniquely powerful. 🌈🫶 👉Follow Cassandra's IG here to read her poems: https://www.instagram.com/cassandrafication?igsh=MTZuYzFvcDB6OHdsdw== 🎧Streaming on: - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OeP2MOGjh00 - Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/untamed-minds1/episodes/Untamed-Minds-S2E4-I-Tried-So-Hard-To-Hide-My-Heritage-e2qc2cv 🤝Stay connected and follow me on Untamed Minds: linktr.ee/untamedminds1 Thank you all for your continuous support! 🙏💖

Have you ever felt the pressure to fit in simply because your ethnic background stands out? 🤔

Have you ever felt the pressure to fit in simply because your ethnic background is different? 🤔 Cassandra brings to light a powerful truth—many people from diverse ethnicities face the challenge of assimilation, the process of adapting to blend in with those around them. 🌱 When you find yourself in a space where everyone looks, speaks, or acts differently, it can feel natural to want to blend in, to adapt, to survive. 🦋 But remember, in the desire to assimilate, we must not forget the unique beauty of our own identity. 💫 Your differences are your strength, and the world needs that vibrant diversity! 🌟 Embrace who you are, because true belonging comes not from fitting in, but from being authentically yourself. 🫶 👉Follow Cassandra's IG here to read her poems: https://www.instagram.com/cassandrafication?igsh=MTZuYzFvcDB6OHdsdw== 🎧Streaming on: - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OeP2MOGjh00 - Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/untamed-minds1/episodes/Untamed-Minds-S2E4-I-Tried-So-Hard-To-Hide-My-Heritage-e2qc2cv 🤝Stay connected and follow me on Untamed Minds: linktr.ee/untamedminds1 Thank you all for your continuous support! 🙏💖

Have you ever taken ESL/ELL courses as a kid?

Have you ever taken ESL or ELL courses as a kid? 🤔 The purpose of sharing my story isn’t to criticize the cousins who teased me, but to shed light on a much larger reality: it’s incredibly common for many Hmong children to be placed in ESL/ELL classes, and there’s absolutely no shame in that. 😊 My story is meant to inspire others to see that learning a new language is a journey, and being in those classes is not a sign of inadequacy but a step toward growth and empowerment. 🌱✨ We should embrace and celebrate the process, as it’s part of what shapes us into who we are today. 🌟 👉Follow Cassandra's IG here to read her poems: https://www.instagram.com/cassandrafication?igsh=MTZuYzFvcDB6OHdsdw== 🎧Streaming on: - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OeP2MOGjh00 - Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/untamed-minds1/episodes/Untamed-Minds-S2E4-I-Tried-So-Hard-To-Hide-My-Heritage-e2qc2cv 🤝Stay connected and follow me on Untamed Minds: linktr.ee/untamedminds1 Thank you all for your continuous support! 🙏💖

What is internalized racism? Have you ever experienced it?🤔 Thank you to Cassandra for sharing her knowledge and insights on internalized racism. Her experiences are super relatable as a Hmong American person, reminding us that we’re not alone in navigating these challenges. Her courage to speak up encourages us all to reflect on our own journeys, heal, and stand strong together. We may face struggles, but by sharing our stories and supporting one another, we create a future where we can truly thrive in our identities. 🌟 Together, we rise and break the chains of internalized racism, embracing our strength, resilience, and unity! 💪🏽✨ 👉Follow Cassandra's IG here to read her poems: https://www.instagram.com/cassandrafication?igsh=MTZuYzFvcDB6OHdsdw== 🎧Streaming on: - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OeP2MOGjh00 - Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/untamed-minds1/episodes/Untamed-Minds-S2E4-I-Tried-So-Hard-To-Hide-My-Heritage-e2qc2cv 🤝Stay connected and follow me on Untamed Minds: linktr.ee/untamedminds1 Thank you all for your continuous support! 🙏💖